Head Custodian, Full-Time, 12 months/yr.

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES seeks a Head Custodian for a full-time, 12-month role in the Operations and Maintenance area. The position oversees custodial staff, ensures building cleanliness and maintenance, and reports to higher-level staff. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM with possible overtime.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience in cleaning and maintenance; class D driver license may be required. Pay is $23–$28 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must meet the minimum qualifications for the Civil Service title of Head Custodian.
• High school diploma or equivalency, plus one of two experience paths in cleaning and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise custodians, cleaners and custodial workers; set work schedules and supervision.
• Inspect custodial activities to ensure standards are met; oversee cleaning and trash removal.
• Knowledge of floor care; perform minor repairs; monitor HVAC checks; handle complaints.
• Requisition, receive and manage supplies; maintain records of usage and activities.
• Supervise snow/ice removal and assist higher level staff; perform related duties as assigned.

Job description

Head Custodian, Full-Time, 12 months/yr. JobID: 764

• Position Type: Operations and Maintenance / Custodial / Custodian
• Date Posted: 10/7/2026
• Location: Operations and Maintenance
• Closing Date: 12/01/2026

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is an educational agency serving nine school districts in the New York State counties of Monroe and Orleans: Brockport, Churchville-Chili, Gates Chili, Greece, Hilton, Holley, Kendall, Spencerport, and Wheatland-Chili.

Vision: Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is the educational partner of choice. We strive for continuous improvement in serving the diverse needs of our community, helping all students achieve their full potential.

BOCES 2 Core Values: Collaboration, Expertise, Innovation, Integrity, Quality, Respect, and Responsiveness.

PAY SCALE: $23.00 - $28.00 /Hour, based on experience

CIVIL SERVICE TITLE(S): Head Custodian (Competitive)

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM -11:30 PM. Occasional overtime may be required

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This is a supervisory custodial/maintenance position responsible for the efficient and economical cleaning and maintenance of school buildings or other types of facilities. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of, a higher level staff member with considerable leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in keeping buildings and equipment up to approved standards of cleanliness and operation. General supervision is exercised over lower level staff such as Cleaners, Laborers, and Custodians.

This position involves supervision of maintenance and cleaning activities for a building (or buildings) and related systems. Duties include assigning and overseeing the work of maintenance and cleaning staff. Work is performed under general direction of higher-level staff, with considerable leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in keeping buildings and equipment up to approved standards of cleanliness and operation. This class is distinguished from Custodian by the level of responsibility, supervision over subordinate staff, and independent action. Direct supervision is exercised over subordinate employees. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Assigns and supervises the work of custodians, cleaners and/or custodial workers, including work schedules, vacations, etc.;
• Makes periodic inspections of custodial activities to ensure that work is performed according to established standards;
• Oversees all aspects of cleaning and removal of trash;
• Familiarity with floor stripping, waxing, carpet extraction and other relevant cleaning tasks and equipment;
• Participates in custodial and maintenance work when necessary;
• Makes minor repairs to lockers, window shades, doors, windows, and hardware;
• Performs checks on HVAC system and makes adjustments as needed
• Receives and handles complaints and a variety of special requests;
• Assists directors, administrators, or other higher level staff in building related duties;
• Requisitions, receives, inventories, and distributes building cleaning supplies, cleaning chemicals, paper products, soap, cleaning tools & equipment, etc.;
• Keeps records and makes reports of supplies used and activities performed;
• Supervises and participates in the removal of snow and ice from roads and sidewalks;
• Performs a variety of related activities as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Must meet the minimum qualifications for the Civil Service title of Head Custodian;

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:

• Two (2) years of paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience in both building cleaning and maintenance activities; OR,
• One (1) year of paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience in both building cleaning and maintenance activities, plus one (1) year of paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience as a skilled workman in either the carpentry, plumbing, painting or electrical trade.

Special Requirement:

If you are appointed, you will be required to have a valid Class D driver's license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.